The Wild West has arrived at a West Midlands holiday resort - everything you need to know

Saddle up and experience the Wild West like never before - and you don’t need to get on a plane or travel back in time.

Iconic bars, shoot outs and horse riding adventures are awaiting families and friends at a popular holiday resort just a half an hours drive away from Birmingham city centre.

Drayton Manor Resort has unveiled its latest attraction - Frontier Falls which is set to debut on Sunday, March 24, just in time for the Easter break as the theme park and resort. 

What to expect at Frontier Falls at Drayton Manor theme park?

The Falls Theatre: a state-of-the-art 4D venue showcasing an iconic Looney Tunes show. Guests will be transported to into the zany world of their favourite characters - Wile E Coyote & Road Runner - as part of a sensory experience

• Blasting Barrels & Co ride: an exciting Western twist on the classic teacup ride 
• Sheriff’s Showdown: an interactive shoot-out ride to challenge coordination and reflexes
• Wild West Area: complete with the immersive Wild West Street that will transport thrill-seekers back in time to an era of cowboys, outlaws, and frontier towns. You may even have to get ready to be a part of the daily shoot-out!   

But the excitement doesn't end there! Drayton Manor Resort is also delighted to announce that a NEW coaster will be joining the Western land, teasing even more thrills for guests in the near future. This news follows closely on the heels of the park's recent unveiling of their coolest coaster yet, The Wave, a newly transformed ride formerly known as Shockwave.

In addition, guests can also embark on an exciting Easter hunt to mark the festivities, where they’ll adventure through an immersive trail to uncover sweet treats at the end. Additionally, the park will host a variety of Easter-themed Thomas Land balcony shows, street entertainment throughout the day, and classic Rory shows on the main stage, ensuring an egg-cellent Easter celebration for all!

Victoria Lynn, Managing Director at Drayton Manor Resort, said: "The opening of Frontier Falls truly showcases what a thrilling 2024 we have in store for Drayton Manor, marking our biggest year yet. We’re constantly evolving the resort to ensure we’re offering fun and excitement for all ages, and can’t wait to open the gates to the new land and embark on a Wild West adventure like no other.” 

The re-opening is just the start of what Drayton Manor has in store for 2024, marking its biggest year yet. To book your next visit, head to: Drayton Manor

About Drayton Manor Resort  

Drayton Manor Resort is home to over 50 rides and attractions, including Europe’s only Thomas Land with 25 tot-friendly rides and mini-coasters - from Cranky’s Drop Tower to the Troublesome Trucks Runaway Coaster and the brand new baby flume ride for 2023, Thomas & Percy’s Submarine Splash.

Guests can also venture into the resort’s nautical-themed zone, Adventure Cove, home to the much-loved River Rapids, Wave Swinger, Tidal Towers, and family-thrill rides Shockwave and Stormforce 10.   

In 2022, Drayton Manor Resort opened Vikings – a brand-new area home to four rides and attractions, with ancient and historic theming throughout. The new area includes the spinning Disk’O Coaster, Thor, and family-thrill ride, Loki, which is the UK’s first Nebulaz. The zone also features a Viking training school, Sleipnir, and Jormungandr – a reimagined Drayton Manor Resort favourite which used to be the Buffalo Coaster.  

Drayton Manor Resort also offers a four-star hotel on site, with 150 family rooms, including executive rooms, presidential rooms, 15 Thomas & Friends™ themed rooms and 10 Vikings themed hotel rooms. The hotel is also equipped with two bars, two sublime restaurants, a relaxing lounge, three large conference rooms for functions and exhibitions, plus a stunning wedding facility for up to 400 guests.